| Exercise | Reps/Duration | Purpose | |----------|---------------|---------| | Chin tucks | 10 reps, hold 3 sec | Aligns head over shoulders | | Wall angels | 10 reps | Opens chest, retracts scapulae | | Cat-cow stretch | 8–10 reps | Mobilizes spine | | Glute bridges | 12 reps | Fixes anterior pelvic tilt | | Thoracic rotation (on side) | 8 reps per side | Improves upper back mobility |
Most posture issues arise because the muscles on the front of the body (chest/hips) are too tight, while the muscles on the back (upper back/glutes) are too weak. Focus on: To strengthen the rear deltoids and traps. Glute Bridges: To correct pelvic tilt. Planks: For core stability. 3. Stretching the Tight Spots overcoming poor posture pdf link
Correcting poor posture is a dynamic process that involves breaking old habits and strengthening the muscles that support your spine Planks: For core stability
If you cannot access the link above, here is the fundamental framework for overcoming poor posture based on clinical consensus: Posture Correction and Stretching : This PDF from
that covers how to reduce strain on muscles and joints, including specific advice for walking, sitting, and core stability exercises like Pilates and yoga. Posture Correction and Stretching : This PDF from UCSB Student Health